Sri Lanka's National Zoological Gardens in Dehiwala, near Colombo, marked its 90th anniversary on July 3, 2026. Home to a diverse collection of native and exotic wildlife, the zoo continues to serve as one of the country's leading centres for animal conservation, education and public awareness. This gallery highlights some of its best-known residents as the institution celebrates nine decades of operation. (PICS/AFP)

Huma Qureshi's latest outing, Baby Do Die Do, sees her essay the role of a deaf and mute contract killer. Her performance is a reminder of the many actors who have left a lasting impact by portraying characters who communicate through silence rather than words. From Ranbir Kapoor, Bobby Deol to Jyothika, look at actors who played deaf and mute characters on screen